Why are sealants recommended?
A sealant is a preventive dental treatment that protects a tooth from decay. While brushing removes food particles from the smooth surfaces of teeth, the toothbrush bristles are too large to reach all the way into the groves of the molars to remove food and plaque. A sealant is a plastic material applied to the chewing surface, bonding into the groves. It acts as a barrier to protect or seal out plaque and food. A sealant will usually last several years and may need reapplication to see the patient through their cavity-prone years.
